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MALI AMA

Atlanta, Georgia, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2017 | SELF

Atlanta, Georgia, United States | SELF
Established on Jan, 2017
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"Mali Ama Gets Right to the Point With Her Debut “Big Bang”"

“If someone gives you a gift, you should use it,” says Mali Ama, the Atlanta, GA talented R&B/ Hip Hop artist. Today, we are happy she listened to her calling because she brings us the shortest banger of all time with Big Bang!

Clocking in at only 1 minute and 26 seconds, “Big Bang” is enough to show you how much talent Mali Ama has to work with. The song starts out with a beat and rhythm that is reminiscent of somewhere between Jimmy Hendrix and Adele. Strange, I know, but you have to trust us. It’s super unique! When her vocals come in, you aren’t just taken back by her aggressively sexual vocals, but the vocal performance is honestly out of this world. Definitely an easy attention grabber with her explicit lyrics and her God-given talent to sing. As well as her amazing vocal talents, she self-produced this track and I think the short track has something to do with this. It’s always nice when an artist is starting because they can create with no biased in mind, nothing to outdo or anything to follow up. It’s pure, and it’s unique.

Speaking to the brand, the single artwork paints your eyes with what your ears will hear. The best part, she also takes care of all of her visuals! Mali Ama is amazing, she’s talented and she’s here to stay. Go follow her on everything, you know we are.

Listen to "Big Bang" here.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to talk with us here at Buzz Music! You have only been doing this for a couple of years, but your production work is amazing. Did you have any mentors in the production/songwriting realm?
Thank you for the compliment! I wouldn't say I had a mentor in production, however, me listening to music carefully, I don't listen to lyrics first when I hear a song I listen to the beat and trying it myself on my phone using Garage Band really showed me I can produce my own work. Going to SAE in Atlanta for audio engineering and singing in the GSU choir really honed in my skills.

“Big Bang” is short, but says what it needs to say. Was there any thought to extend the song?
Nowadays, most songs are 2 minutes or less. After hearing Summer Walker 'Last Day of Summer' project and Solange's latest project 'When I Get Home', most of their songs are like 1 minute.
I was like if they can get to the point in less than 2 minutes why can't I? What were my thoughts creating Big Bang, keep it short and sweet? Plus, I think it makes you want to listen to it more, being so short.

What is your vision for the new music you are working on? I know it’s short, but I feel like you have created an atmosphere with “Big Bang”.
Well, I had a debut EP titled 'God Vs. Men' on all platforms released July 2018, however it was taken down this spring due to issues with my distributor. It's still on my SoundCloud though, privately, I may make it public again on SoundCloud. I had liked to call it alternative R&B.
I personally listen to a broad spectrum of music; from Hip-Hop to Classical music, so I don't want to limit my music to just one genre. However, I'm currently working on a pop-ish/R&B single, set to release in January 2020. I have a Hip-Hop EP that I co-produced with a pretty dope producer name BNova that I'm holding onto for the right moment.

How has growing up in the Atlanta music community influenced you and how do you think it compares to more prominent music cities, such as LA and NYC?
Being an Atlanta native this city has definitely influenced my sound tremendously! I still emerge with a signature sound of my own. Intact with my Atlanta roots I incorporate those typical trap beat backgrounds banging 808’s, spattering high hats and floating synths every time into my music. Having my mom raise me and my sisters and her being from NYC, I feel like I was fortunate enough to blessed with a different approach to music. We grew up listing to QUEEN, Musiq Soulchild, Lauryn Hill, Bob Marley, Celine Dion. When I had a chance to start listening to what I want it was Beyonce, Usher, Destiny Child, Ashanti, and The Dream to name a few. That rawness, hip hop sounds from New York to the trap central in Atlanta brought up a well diverse artist.
I haven't been to LA, so I don't know what the music scene is like up there.

When can we hear more? You are leaving us hanging big time!
Expect to hear new music from me starting January 2020 and every month after that!

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"Mali Ama Knows What To "Say" With New Single"

New R&B Music Available Now R&B started as a soulful embrace and then in the ‘90s was all about powerhouse pop performances from the likes of Mariah and Boyz II Men. Today, artists like SZA and The Weeknd are...

R&B started as a soulful embrace and then in the ‘90s was all about powerhouse pop performances from the likes of Mariah and Boyz II Men. Today, artists like SZA and The Weeknd are churning out a little of the old school feel with modern touches. Much like Atlanta’s own Mali Ama. With a sound that delivers clear R&B while being present in the here and now, her latest single “Say” is a pristine addition to the genre.

Dubbed a “chill ride bop,” Mali Ama’s “Say” is the coolest one has ever sounded admitting their wrongs. Released April 3, 2020, “Say” doesn’t go overboard with the arrangement. The simplistic beat allows for the heart of Mali Ama’s vocals to shine bright throughout in this relaxed R&B moment that showcases so much artistic growth since her 2017 debut single, “For Goode.” “Say” follows the release of 2019’s “Big Bang,” and will soon give way to a video in May 2020.

Mali Ama has been singing her entire life, from her middle school chorus days to her time in the GSU choir. Inspired by everything from synths to banging 808s, Mali Ama has carved out a style that’s all her own as she stands under the vast umbrella known as R&B. Writing, producing, and shooting her own videos – she’s a dynamic player and a force to be reckoned with. So be on the lookout for this rising star.

Those interested in adding new R&B music to their playlists, featuring “Say” on their site, or interviewing Mali Ama for their site, podcast, or radio show can reach out via the information provided below.

For more information on Mali Ama, please visit: https://linktr.ee/maliamamusic

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Mali Ama delivers vocal excellence wrapped in radio-ready excellence with her latest single, “Say.”

Links:

Official Site: http://www.mali-ama.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MALI.AMA.MUSIC
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maliamamusic
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3PfFfcvOVgJ2gtJD9x0PnI

Media Contact
Company Name: Mali Ama
Contact Person: Damali Goode
Email: Send Email
Phone: 678-577-0436
Country: United States
Website: https://linktr.ee/maliamamusic - 107.7 YES! FM


Discography

FOR Goode
Fallin'

Feelin' It
Round-N-Round
Fallin' (Interlude)

Chosen ONE

Big Bang 
SAY


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Born and raised in Atlanta, MALI emerges with a signature sound of her own. Her sultry yet soothing voice is not bound by any genre. She tends to make feel good music that is healing to the soul. Still intact with her Atlanta roots, she will incorporate those typical trap beat backgrounds, banging 808's, spattering high-hats and floating synths into her authentic variety of sounds. AMA is aesthetically pleasing wether done sonically and or visually. Adding to the fact MALI AMA produces, writes and directs all of her music/music videos herself. Musical influences of such artist includes Beyonce, QUEEN, Ms. Lauryn Hill and Michael Jackson; brought up listening to everything MALI always bring a different groove.   

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